YPG welcomes new DPW director
Donnett Brown began her career at YPG in 2008 as an Environmental Protection Specialist. Now, after years of leadership and environmental work, the…
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APS seeks 14% rate increase; Yuma residents voice concerns
Arizona Public Service (APS) is seeking a 14% rate increase this year, following an 8% increase in 2022 and 2024, and locals say they are opposed to…
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Volunteers needed for beach cleanups along the Colorado River
According to a press release, the event is taking place at Gateway Park Saturday, May 30, 2026, with the volunteer group arriving at 6:30 a.m. and…
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Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo holds annual meeting
During the meeting, which took place Silver Spur Rodeo Clubhouse at 6 p.m. Saturday, they elected board members, handed out donations, and handled…
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AWC celebrates largest graduating class in school history
According to AWC, more than 3,200 degrees and occupational certificates were awarded this year, making it the largest commencement in the college’s…
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Fraternal Order of Police hosts annual memorial service honoring fallen and current officers
The Fraternal Order of Police hosted its 49th Annual Memorial Day Service Friday, honoring fallen and current law enforcement officers. The event…
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Crossroads Mission hosts Fifth Annual BBQ Fundraiser for new men’s shelter project
Crossroads Mission held its Fifth Annual Drive-Thru BBQ Fundraiser Friday, bringing the community together in support of its upcoming “Center of…
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Dine and Donate Fundraising event in honor of Herb Townsend
76-year-old Herb Townsend passed away Wednesday. He was a Veteran who served in the Air Force for several years. He was also a deputy at the Fresno…
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Yuma students learn about working for the City for Career Day
More than 30 students from the Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) Charter High School had a career day at the Yuma City Hall, where department…
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Snowbird season coming to an end
“Snowbirds” flock to Yuma to escape the cold in their home states, but with summer right around the corner, snowbird season is coming to an…
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Local realty company volunteers at Yuma Community Food Bank
As part of its Red Day, Keller Williams Realty of Yuma (KW Realty) employees volunteered at the Yuma Community Food…
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Yuma couple in need of help after medical emergency in Japan
Isaac Garcia and his wife, Kahery, were celebrating their anniversary in Japan, when Kahery had a sudden…
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Housing America Corporation hosts energy assistance event in Somerton
Residents visited the Housing America Corporation offices in front of City Hall, where staff members provided free help with applications and…
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HSOY needs community help amid kitten influx
HSOY is currently taking care of 81 kittens in the shelter, and 121 kittens have been placed in foster homes. They rely on donations and community…
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Yuma’s Kennedy Skate Park reopens after renovations focused on community input
The project was first identified in the city’s 2024 Parks and Recreation master plan as upgrades were needed to the aging…
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OneAZ Community Foundation awards grants to three Yuma nonprofits
According to OneAZ, the program is designed to support organizations focused on housing stability, food security, and economic opportunity. In total,…
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Yuma gym owner receives Arizona Veteran Small Business of the Year Award
Peter Romero, owner and head trainer of Camp Titan Fitness, started the business in 2021 as an outdoor boot camp in his…
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Border Patrol Yuma Sector hosts annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service
The ceremony brought together members of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, along with community members and families, to remember…
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17 nursing students at AWC inducted into OADN Honor Society
According to a press release, the induction is an accomplishment demonstrating not only academic excellence, but a commitment to serving the Yuma…
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YUHSD’s MAP program spotlights local student art at annual gala
The event showcased students’ visual art projects as well as performing arts, emceed by the podcasting class offered in the…
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